| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| Verbal & Logical Ability | – Vocabulary Based Questions |
| – Fill in the blanks | |
| – Synonyms/ Antonyms | |
| – Contextual Meaning of Words | |
| – Jumbled paragraphs | |
| – Correction of Errors in Sentences | |
| – Correct Usage of Words | |
| – Completion of Sentences and Paragraphs | |
| – Cloze Test | |
| – Poem | |
| – Reading Comprehension | |
| (Information-Based, Author’s View, Inference, | |
| Main Idea, True/False Statements, | |
| Explanation of Words/Phrases) | |
| – Logical Reasoning | |
| (Clocks & Calendars, Analogy, | |
| Fact, Inference, and Judgment, | |
| Binary Logic, Seating Arrangement, | |
| Blood Relations, Logical Sequences, | |
| Assumption, Premise, and Conclusion) | |
| Decision Making | – Conditioning and Grouping Tests |
| – Data Arrangement Test | |
| – Complex Arrangement | |
| – Decision Making in a situation | |
| – Case lets | |
| Quantitative Ability & Data | – LCM and HCF |
| Interpretation | – Percentages |
| – Profit and Loss | |
| – Interest (Simple and Compound) | |
| – Speed, Time and Distance; Time and Work; | |
| Averages; Ratio and Proportion | |
| – Number System | |
| – Algebra | |
| – Geometry including Co-ordinate Geometry | |
| – Mensuration | |
| – Pure Math | |
| – Venn diagrams | |
| – Linear Equations | |
| – Quadratic Equations | |
| – Complex Numbers | |
| – Logarithm | |
| – Progressions | |
| – Binomial Theorem | |
| – Surds and Indices | |
| – Inequalities | |
| – Permutation and Combination | |
| – Probability Functions | |
| – Set Theory | |
| – Mixtures and Alligations | |
| – Trigonometry | |
| General Knowledge Section | – Economics and Finance |
| – National and International Current Affairs | |
| – Constitution of India and Laws | |
| – Capitals and Currencies | |
| – Famous Personalities | |
| – Books and Authors | |
| Essay Writing | – Candidates have to write an essay on a given |
| topic within 10 minutes |
Please note that this table includes the XAT syllabus based on previous years’ patterns and may be subject to change in future XAT exams. For accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official XAT website and announcements. Good luck with your XAT preparation!
| Exam Pattern for XAT 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Total Number of Sections | 5 |
| Total Time Duration | Approximately 190 minutes (excluding the 5-minute break for Mock Keyboard Testing) |
| Total Number of Questions | Approximately 101 questions |
| Section | Number of Questions | Time Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal and Logical Ability | Approximately 26 | 165 minutes |
| Decision Making | Approximately 21 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation | Approximately 28 |
| Part 2 | Number of Questions | Time Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Approximately 25 | 15 minutes |
| Essay Writing | 1 essay topic | 10 minutes |
Please note that this table is based on the typical XAT Exam pattern from previous years. The actual pattern for XAT 2024 may vary, and it’s essential to refer to the official XAT website or announcements for the most up-to-date and accurate information.
